SASSO, Marguerite

Our dear Mom, Grandma and Great-grandma passed away peacefully in her 97th year at the Bethany Care Centre in Airdrie on Sunday, August 14, 2011.

She was born in Dand, MB to Grace and Albert Manshreck, the eldest of three children. She was predeceased by her husband Valentino and her two younger brothers, George and Ralph.

Marguerite came to Banff in 1943 and worked in the telegraph office. She married Val and moved to Exshaw where she resided for thirty-four years. Marguerite worked as a secretary at the Exshaw School where her love and support influenced many, and she was appreciated by all. Upon her retirement she moved to Airdrie where she kept busy with volunteer work, keep-fit classes and golfing.

Funeral Services will be held at Airdrie United Church (212 – 1st Avenue N.E.) on Friday, August 19, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Airdrie Cemetery. You may forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to Bethany Care Centre, Airdrie, 1736 – 1st Avenue N.W., Airdrie, AB T4B 2C4, Telephone: 403-948-6022. Family would like to thank Dr. N. White and the wonderful staff at Bethany Airdrie for their loving care over the years.

Condolence Messages

Please accept my condolences on the death of your mother. I did meet her, I think either at the Residence or while skiing at Pidgeon Mountain with the Jefferies. How wonderful that she lived for such a long time and had such an interesting and busy life. I remember you so well. Always smiling! I would love to hear from you sometime. My life has taken some interesting turns and I would like to hear about YOURS.

Cathy and Val I have just heard of the Passing of your Mother. I don’t have to tell you how much she meant to me. I can’t make to the service as I am stuck up north. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family’s. Mrs. Sasso was a dear sweet lady and touched many lives is a positive way. I am truly blessed to have had her in my life

We were so sad to hear of Mrs. Sasso’s passing. She always meant so much to all the kids of Exshaw school! She was always there for anyone regardless of the need. She was a great friend to so many! We have so many good memories of her at Exshaw school. Our thoughts and prayers go to her family at this time.

What a lady!!!!!Mrs. Sasso was a woman with a few words but a lot on her mind. She had a gentle demeanor and yet very set in her way. It was a privilege and an honor to care for her at Bethany Care. She has left her imprint in my life.

Only a few times in one’s life do you have the pleasure of being touched by someone so special! I found a copy of a presentation that I made to Mrs. Sasso at our Grade 9 graduation in Exshaw in 1976 along with a picture of my sister Laurie and myself with the dear lady! Cathy & Val, If you would like a copy, please let me know and I will send it to you! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!